The rune Tiwaz resembles an arrow or a spear, which already suggests its meaning. It stands for the war god or sky god Tyr. He was once considered the main god of the Germanic peoples and all other Norse gods were subordinate to him. Tyr provided for order and justice in the realm of the gods and also among humans.

Tiwaz thus also stands on earth for hierarchy and the fair treatment of everyone. There is equal right for all. In addition, it symbolizes an orderly coexistence within a society based on certain rules that must be followed.

Since the sky is often equated with the element of air, which is considered the basis for creating structures, it is hardly surprising that Tyr was considered the main Norse god. However, he was later replaced by Odin, who is known, among other things, for his debauched and dazzling festivals.

Nevertheless, the meaning of the rune Tiwaz remained the same. It stands for justice, order, truth and bravery.

Tiwaz is similar to the polar star, which shows the right way in night and fog, and can therefore be used when people suffer from decision-making incapacity and assertiveness weakness. For the person seeking advice, it means that sacrifices have to be made and a lot of courage has to be mustered at that moment.

With regard to the future, Tiwaz says that although one feels unfairly treated in an interpersonal conflict, ultimately justice will nevertheless prevail sooner or later.

Origin and Meaning of the Tiwaz Rune

Tyr himself made great sacrifices for the sake of justice in his time. According to a legend, he saved another god from destruction by putting his own hand into the mouth of the wolf Fenrir as a pledge for him. Fenrir was the first child of Loki and an extremely devastating creature.

This act attributes another meaning to the rune Tiwaz and that is courage, a very important quality for a warrior. He firmly believes in what he is protecting and displays patience and astuteness. He faces problems in a goal-oriented way and knows that they will not cause him to fail, but rather should be seen as a lesson that will make him wiser.

The warrior symbolized by the rune Tiwaz fights for our self. Our mind is always striving to evolve and break through boundaries. However, there are forces in the body that prevent exactly that and we fight against them. These forces come in various forms: in the attachment to material goods, in ambition or in the relentless pursuit of happiness.

The Tiwaz rune indicates that the time has come to renounce all this and thus experience a true evolution. The spirit is thus given the necessary freedom to unfold and reach completely different dimensions. The warrior allows him to renounce everything earthly and to open himself fully.

Tiwaz rune shows you that you can always trust in your inner forces that will guide you on the right path. It gives you the necessary courage and security to face the fear. It is part of life and you should not run away from it.

Fear itself is not fought against, but is seen as a quality. It clings to the person, which makes running away impossible. The only way to defeat it is to face it. Once you start doing that, you will notice how it slowly diminishes.

Think about what the fear is doing to you and what message it is trying to send you. Always be aware that the need that fear symbolizes can only be met by you. Your own spiritual warrior faces insecurities and frees your inner self from earthly barriers.

Fixed Tiwaz Rune Meaning

The Tiwaz rune is associated with success. You have the courage to fight for yourself and your beliefs. If there is not a large number of negative runes in your interpretation, you will be victorious in this. You will be motivated and get the drive you need. Tiwaz gives you new strength. It represents the masculine energy.

If the interpretation is for a man, then Tiwaz represents him himself. The rune closest to it shows which power has the greatest influence on him. If the interpretation is dedicated to a woman, Tiwaz represents the man to whom she has the most intense bond.

The rune Tiwaz is considered the ruler of sexuality and love. If it is placed, a revival of the existing relationship is expected or a new romance is imminent. The man involved does not intend to take advantage of the lady, but pursues serious intentions.

If the rune Wunjo is also placed, the chances are very good that it will be a long-lasting love relationship. However, if Tiwaz is surrounded mainly by negative runes, no matter how hard they fight, you will not be able to achieve success.

Reversed Tiwaz Rune Meaning

If the rune Tiwaz appears in reverse, things are less good for you. You will lose the battle you are fighting, no matter how strong you may be. If it is about love, you will notice that the man is not honest with you. When it comes to friendship, there is a lack of cheerfulness and light-heartedness.

Your patience is clearly decreasing and your energy is dwindling. Not only do you feel tired and weary, but you also notice how your creativity suffers. If the first small problems arise, you are already thinking of giving up.

You are waiting for good to come into your life, but what are you doing for it yourself? Do some soul-searching and ask yourself, "Am I trying hard enough to experience good?" If it is a matter of interpreting matters that are particularly close to your heart, there are difficulties ahead. You have problems regarding communication with those around you, which can easily lead to conflict. You may be facing a separation.

Tiwaz Rune Properties

• Alphabet: T

• Element: Air

• Deity: Tyr

• Symbol: Celestial vault, arrow

• Interpretation: Manliness, justice, leadership, logic, struggle, perseverance and courage.

• Stone: Charodorite, Malachite, Topaz, Coral

• Tree: Oak

• Flower: Torch Lily

• Herb: Horseradish, Sage

• Animal: Hound, wolf

• Color: Scarlet, Bright Red

• Body: Blood, Nervous System, Balance

• Scent: Galbanum, Verbena

• Tarot: Justice, The Hanged Man

• Astrology: Sun in Libra, Moon in 1st house, Neptune, Libra

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